2012 Volvo S60
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 121
- Recalls
- 8
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2012
None on file
50% of complaints
Complaints per year
2012: 121 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 223 |
| 2002 | 186 |
| 2003 | 120 |
| 2004 | 198 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 121 |
| 2013 | 87 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 20 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
50% · 61 reportsElectrical system
14% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing starter assembly and ignition.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, there was a loss of steering control and the rear end spun uncontrollably.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-11
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Volvo S60 T5. The contact stated that in the attempt to turn the vehicle off and take the key out of the ignition, the vehicle remain on. The dealer nor manufacturer were contacted in reference to the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-13
Seat belts
7% · 9 reportsSteering
7% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
A metal silver piece on steering has a sharp edge that resulted in a cut on finger while driving. The vehicle was in motion and turning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-30
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the aluminum on the steering wheel became detached. The contact sustained lacerations to the hands as a result. The vehicle was not repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-08
The steering wheel bezel delaminates on the bottom of the steering wheel and becomes very sharp causing cuts on hands. Dealer replaced the bezel and we have the same problem again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-18
Fuel/propulsion system
6% · 7 reportsSafety timeline
8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2011-06-24Fuel system, gasoline11V311000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 passenger cars manufactured from January 18, 2011, through January 28, 2011. The male part of the fuel line quick connector end shape was produced…
Remedy: Volvo dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on June 24, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-201-768-7300.
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2011-07-01Fuel system, gasoline11V303000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 passenger cars manufactured from November 18, 2010, through May 5, 2011. The software for the fuel pump units may not be compatible with all fuel…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will upgrade the engine control module software, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 1, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-201-768-7300.
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2012-04-12Electrical system12V075000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60, XC60, S80 and XC70 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2011, through October 6, 2011. In these vehicles, the wire harness under the front seats may…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, secure the seat wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on April 12, 2012.…
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2012-04-25Equipment11V508000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 C70 vehicles manufactured from November 15, 2005, through July 31, 2011, and model year 2011-2012 S60 vehicles manufactured from July 14, 2010…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicle and install the label as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 23, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo AT…
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2012-04-25Structure12V101000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 and XC60 passenger vehicles. An incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage, and if excessive underbody coating is found in the fuel line area, it will be removed. If the inspection reveals that the fuel lines are damaged…
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2014-01-10Engine and engine cooling13V592000 Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S60 vehicles manufactured June 22, 2010, through May 14, 2012, and equipped with 5-cylinder B5254T5 (VIN code 62)…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software so that the driver is alerted should there be a low oil pressure situation, free of charge. The recall began on January 10…
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2020-04-09Latches/locks/linkages19V849000 Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89978.
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2020-12-10Seat belts20V378000 Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
Buy-smart checklist
2012 Volvo S60 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 61 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V311000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 11V303000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 12V075000 · Electrical system
- Recall 11V508000 · Equipment
- Recall 12V101000 · Structure
- Recall 13V592000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 19V849000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts
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- Is the 2012 Volvo S60 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2012 Volvo S60 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volvo S60?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Volvo S60 have?
- 8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.